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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1917
Page
11
A letter from Charles De la Salle, mayor of Lille, to General von Gravennitz, condemns a 33 million franc new demand after a 24 million repayment. He cites abuse of force, appeals to the Hague Conventions, and fears for public safety amid three years of privation.
Mayor Mitchel asked the New York State Food Commission for authority to allow city government to purchase and sell food and fuel to residents. He cited an actual and anticipated emergency due to deprivation of necessities from excessive charges and reduced purchasing power.
J. S. Lockwood of 12 Kent Street Brookline with local residents forms a drive to stock libraries for Camp Devens Ayer Camp Hancock Augusta Ga and the 1011th Regiment of Engineers former First Corps of Cadets Books should be sent to Lockwood 12 Kent Street Brookline or to Library Bureau 43 Federal Street Boston for distribution
Mrs. Joseph C. Otis as president of the Women's Charity Club urged training for women to fill roles left vacant by men at war. She stressed women should prepare for occupations traditionally held by men while not discarding sewing and indoor crafts.
Des Moines Oct 18 Attorney General H M Hayner ordered a recount of ballots from Monday's special election on constitutional prohibition. Unofficial returns show the wets ahead by about 1000 with total votes around 430 000.
An advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a safe first treatment for constipation in children. It warns against counterfeit syrups and urges asking for the California Syrup of Figs made by the California Fig Syrup Company with clear dosing directions for all ages.
Democratic candidate Frederick W. Mansfield campaigns in Readville Waltham and Watertown and ends with a Dudley Street Opera House rally. He blames Governor McCall for high milk prices and vetoes, calls for a public inquiry, and urges voters to back the Democratic ticket with Lt Governor candidate Matthew Hale and supporter Daniel Cosgrove.
New Bedford reports tie Rose Languerand to long marriage with William Linn. Lola Lloyd, daughter of Stonewall Oklahoma mayor, is held on murder charges in Dallas after the fatal shooting. Parents deny remarriage plans and say Mrs. Linn to be buried in Dallas.
Edward J. Brow, Republican candidate for senator in the seventh Suffolk district, withdrew yesterday just before the withdrawal deadline. If no substitute is named by next Monday evening, Senator Lawlor of the Democrats will have a clear field for re election.
A playful note urges visiting a bank to purchase a bond. It promises a dollar a week to invest and offers entertainment from Charlie Chaplin and Kaiser Bill clips, suggesting a humorous publicity stunt and contortionist spectacle.
An opportunity for women car owners in Greater Boston to serve as volunteers with the Woman's Volunteer Motor Detachment of the American Red Cross. Headquarters are at 142 Berkeley Street.
Volunteers under the Metropolitan Red Cross chapter organize a motor detachment to shuttle wounded soldiers between ships and hospitals in Boston. Licenced women drivers will serve three months at four hours weekly, wearing a gray motor service uniform, with leadership by Mrs. Odin Roberts and others.
Federal Conciliator David W. Benjamin of Boston helped settle the July 2 strike by 168 weavers at the American Velvet Company mill in Stonington Conn. The return to work is immediate and terms of settlement were not released. The workers sought recognition of a shop committee.
Prices rose across vegetables fruit and meats in yesterday’s retail markets. Sugar and potatoes climbed while eggs grapefruit apples and pears showed notable gains. several staples remained steady, and first grade apples and prime meats remained high.
Officials of Vulcan Iron Works in New Britain say the factory will close due to a strike by moulders and helpers about a week earlier. Some 150 workers walked out October 8 demanding higher wages after unsuccessful settlement efforts.
The body recovered after a drowning at Union wharf was identified as 37 year old Alicea G Moley of 15 Hale street Witchburg by her brother in law Nelson J Root who sent the body home. The notice urges Liberty Bond purchases to support stay at home efforts.
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